9903.01.03 - Articles the product of Mexico that are informational materials, including but not limited to, publications, films, posters, phonograph records, photographs, microfilms, microfiche, tapes, compact disks, CD ROMs, artworks, and news wire feeds
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change. |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9903.01.03, specifically designates informational materials originating from Mexico. It encompasses a broad range of products intended for communication and dissemination of information. Examples include printed publications like books and magazines, visual media such as films, posters, and photographs, and auditory or digital formats like phonograph records, tapes, compact disks, and CD ROMs. Artwork and news wire feeds are also included, provided they are the product of Mexico and serve an informational purpose.
This classification stands apart from the primary HTS chapters which detail goods based on their material composition or primary use (e.g., Chapter 44 for wood products or Chapter 85 for electrical machinery). Unlike those more fundamental classifications, 9903.01.03 is a temporary legislation provision tied to trade agreements and country of origin. It is also distinct from other sub-chapters within Chapter 99 which may address other temporary import restrictions or special classification provisions, focusing specifically on informational materials from Mexico.
As a leaf node within the HTS structure, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the classification of an item under 9903.01.03 hinges on two primary criteria: the item must be considered "informational material," and it must be demonstrably the product of Mexico, meaning it was manufactured, produced, or processed in Mexico. The diverse examples listed are illustrative, and the scope extends to any comparable item meeting these dual requirements.